Mario Balotelli: (Groin) Active in Return

Balotelli, who missed more than a month with a groin injury, came on at halftime and finished with seven shots, including four on goal, during Liverpool's 3-0 loss to Manchester United.

Analysis:

Balotelli had a great opportunity in front of goal saved by United keeper David de Gea, who was excellent yet again. Balotelli didn't appear to be bothered by his groin at all, and he'll likely be heavily used in the coming matches as manager Brendan Rodgers continues to search for an offensive spark while Daniel Sturridge (thigh) is sidelined.